Gaylord Archival

12/22/2025

Ditch those old slide carousels!

Share and safeguard your family memories with simple, step-by-step tips for organizing, digitizing and safely storing 35mm slides.

From handling and viewing to choosing archival-safe storage based on your collection size and how often you access it, this guide covers everything you need to know.

Explore the full resource and start preserving your story today:

For many people, their childhood memories are documented with photographic slides. While the medium may be obsolete, the memories contained within deserve to be shared and preserved for future generations.​​​

12/19/2025

Press pause on AV panic. 🎞️

If you’ve got tapes, CDs or DVDs quietly aging on the shelf, cultural heritage pro Rebecca Elder breaks down what’s happening to your AV, how to slow the damage and when to reformat—available to watch anytime: https://hubs.la/Q03Wxzm_0.

Learn how to preserve AV materials with expert Rebecca Elder in the AV Preservation 101 webinar. Topics include media care, storage, and handling tips. Watch the recording now.

12/15/2025

Every visitor deserves a museum experience that feels welcoming and empowering. 💙

Discover how quiet and sensory spaces can support neurodivergent visitors in our latest webinar clip featuring Dave Turnbull and Beth Varner from Square Holes Neurodiversity Consulting.

Watch the full "Foundations of Access: Neurodiversity in Museums & Cultural Spaces" webinar here: https://hubs.la/Q03XwpMg0

12/11/2025

🕰️ Missed it live? Watch it anytime!

Watch expert-led webinars—free and on demand!
From book and photo care to exhibit design and accessibility, the learning never stops.

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Explore on-demand webinars led by industry experts covering preservation techniques, exhibition planning, and more. Enhance your knowledge and skills in cultural heritage preservation today.

12/09/2025

Paper collections deserve better than a basement box. 📄

Our Guide to Collections Care: Archival Storage of Paper walks through choosing the right supplies, preparing documents for storage, and creating a stable environment so manuscripts, prints, drawings, and ephemera can age gracefully instead of becoming brittle and discolored—start exploring here: https://hubs.la/Q03WYF8l0.

Learn how to protect and preserve paper documents and ephemera with essential archival storage techniques and materials.

12/04/2025

Give your holiday memories the same care you give your photos and family heirlooms. 📦❤️

Discover simple ways to protect wreaths, ornaments and figurines in storage:

Keep your holiday decorations in pristine condition year after year with expert tips on selecting the right storage containers and preparing wreaths, ornaments, and figurines for storage.

12/03/2025

Your photos deserve better than cloudy, oily PVC. 💔

Discover which clear, inert plastics stay stable, won’t yellow, and help your memories last for generations.

Learn how to choose the right plastic for your archival projects. Discover the best options for preserving your photos and documents, and say no to dangerous PVC.

11/28/2025

Ready to learn about photo preservation? 📸

Explore essential tips from cultural heritage expert Rebecca Elder on preserving your photos—from understanding print types and photo structure to expert handling and storage advice. Plus, access trusted resources to help safeguard your memories for years to come.

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Learn essential tips for preserving your precious photos in this informative webinar recording.

11/27/2025

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Ga***rd Archival HQ will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

We hope you have a happy Thanksgiving, and we look forward to seeing you on Monday! 🍂🏈

11/26/2025

🧡 Thank you for everything you do!

We’re grateful for the work you do to preserve, protect, and share history every day.

To show our appreciation:
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11/24/2025

Preserve your memories with meaningful photo labeling! 📸✨

Did you know that labeling your photographs is key to keeping their stories alive for generations? Learn how to organize digital and physical photos, choose the right tools, and include the details that matter—like who, what, when, and where—without clutter.

Plus, get tips on creating backups and preserving your precious prints safely.

Start telling your photo’s story today:
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Learn how to effectively label photographs to preserve memories for generations. From metadata to personal touches, ensure your stories are vividly told and cherished over time.